by NBBAdmin | Jan 15, 2020 | Reviews
Finishing whisk(e)y in a second barrel is a great way for a distiller or blender to put a unique stamp on their juice. It’s a move that’s becoming more and more prevalent too, with sherry, port, beer, rum, and even coffee casks/ barrels all getting play. Each of these...
by NBBAdmin | Jan 13, 2020 | Reviews
Whisky Magazine reported a couple of years ago that Kentucky’s bourbon production had skyrocketed 250 percent since 1999. With that kind of popularity comes a certain amount of opportunism, and there’s a chance you’ve been gouged for a shot of...
by NBBAdmin | Oct 4, 2019 | Reviews
It’s estimated that there are over 3,500 historic brands of bourbon in the United States. Roughly 1,000 are currently active. That includes retailer specific brands. Notwithstanding the number of bourbon brands, however, and the veritable explosion in craft producers,...
by NBBAdmin | Sep 10, 2019 | News
Every September, in commemoration of National Bourbon Month, the Four Roses Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, releases a limited edition, small batch bourbon. The expression is a special release, and is not part of the distillery’s core range. When the supply runs...
by NBBAdmin | Sep 10, 2019 | Reviews
Cult whiskey Pappy Van Winkle still retains its appeal for bourbon fans, even those who realize that its exorbitant price and scarcity might mean that it’s not really worth the time and expense required to secure a taste. Yes, Pappy is a very good whiskey, especially...
